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Nerve biopsy test: Is it done by a neurologist or rheumatologist?
Neuropathy | Last Active: Dec 10, 2021 | Replies (222)Comment receiving replies
I'm fortunate to be spared the itching. Sometimes that can be as unrelenting as burning pain. Have you found any low tech solutions for scratching? I remember when the sleep doctor told me I had sleep apnea, he said I have two options - a cpap machine or a tennis ball sewn into the back of a t-shirt. Most of my events happen when I'm lying on my back. Marilyn, my wife, gives me a poke when I'm on my back with my mouth open and air blowing out, waking her up. I was a mouth breather the first 50 years of my life, until I had surgery to correct a deviated septum. All of a sudden I could breathe through my nose! It was an amazing feeling.
Sorry. I digress, as usual.
I hope you have a peaceful rest tonight, with no unconscious self harm.
Jim
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Oh Chris!!! I am so very sorry to hear about and see what you're going through! Have you been to see a Dermatologist for this? If not, I definitely would ASAP. Definitely bring these pictures with you. They will need access to labs, meds, etc. which I 'm sure you already know. If you can't get in to be seen soon, just tell them you' re suffering and can't take it anymore and are at risk for infection. Tho are usually the magic words to get in sooner.
I wish you all the best and will be praying for you. Hang in there! Warmest regards, Sunny 😊🙏
Hi @jimhd, yes, I am working with a dermatologist. And.....the FDA has a couple of products in testing just for neuropathy itch. I am practicing mindfulness in an attempt to ignore the itching. Tough job. I wish I knew what set off the itching that is related to neuropathy. I do know that the itching is inside my body where I can’t reach. I still try though as you can see. I do use anti-itch and benedryl and a cannabis balm. It is a struggle.
Thanks for your caring response.
Chris
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@jimhd so was your apnea corrected by the surgery? If not, I just wanted to say that Linda had sleep apnea for the first 39 years we were married. We tried a number of things such as breathe-rite srips and other tricks (escape my memory at the moment) but she always resisted a cpap. Finally about 3 years ago she tried a foam wedge which elevated her upper body (see Amazon link below) and her apnea was gone immediately and has not returned. Just thought I would pass that on if you still have apnea and have not tried this. Hank
https://smile.amazon.com/Wedge-Pillow-Memory-Cushy-Form/dp/B07CG8H7GT/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=wedge+cushion+for+sleeping&qid=1598463270&sr=8-5